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Ángela Varo: Andalusian jazz violinist, educator, multi-instrumentalist and Berklee College of Music graduate
by Doug Hall
On this show we chat with Ángela Varo who is an Andalusian violinist, educator, multi-instrumentalist, improviser, arranger, producer, and composer from Baena, Córdoba. She is a recent master's scholar and current undergraduate student (B.M. Contemporary Writing and Production, Performance; graduated 2023 with M.M. Global Jazz program) at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Ma. Ms. Varo was raised in a very musical family, with influences including Opera and Flamenco, and the fusion of cultures in southern Spain. She specializes in ...
Continue ReadingLou Donaldson, Roy Haynes RIP + New Releases
by David Brown
This week, we are celebrating two legends of the music who both recently passed. The soulful, bluesy saxophonist Mr. Lou Donaldson left us on November 9th at the age of 98, and one of the most recorded drummers in jazz history, Mr. Roy Haynes who passed on November 12 at the age of 99. Both of these gentlemen's careers began in the post war bebop era and continued for decades. We'll start out with two sets of music in remembrance ...
Continue ReadingJoe Russo's Almost Dead Two-Night Run at the Fox Theater: A Celebration and a Tribute
by Ming Poon
Joe Russo's Almost Dead graced the stunning Fox Theater in Oakland, CA, for a two-night run that will live on in the memories of all who attended. Known for their dynamic interpretations of the Grateful Dead's music, JRAD once again demonstrated why they are among the finest torchbearers of the Dead's legacy. The first night was a high-energy celebration, with the band effortlessly weaving through intricate jams and electrifying renditions of both staples and deeper cuts. Their uncanny ...
Continue ReadingThe Abdullah Ibrahim Trio at 92NY
by Paul Reynolds
The Abdullah Ibrahim Trio 92NY New York, NY November 18, 2024 South Africa arguably offers the headiest jazz brew found beyond the borders of the U.S. And since the 2018 death of trumpeter Hugh Masekela, the undisputed elder statesman of the nation's jazz has been Masekela's former '50s Johannesburg band mate, Abdullah Ibrahim. In a career that spans more than 70 years, the pianist's music has epitomized the unique hodgepodge that is the ...
Continue ReadingMéva's Journal: Chimera
by James Aren
Straight from Australia, sounding like New York in 1960, Meva's Journal plays it mostly old school, with an interesting twist. On Chimera, this hard-bop band swings in all the right places. The band, led by Evan J. Evans, lists Thelonious Monk as their major influence, and it is easy to hear. The band features Tyger Middleton on tenor saxophone and Chis James on alto saxophone; they sound great while trading solos, especially when playing lines in tandem. With ...
Continue ReadingLisa Hilton: Lucky All Along
by Neil Duggan
Another Lisa Hilton album, and for many the world seems a better place. Lucky All Along is the pianist's 30th release, proving that it can take a long time to be considered a jazz success story. Her blend of jazz, Latin, pop and blues means she counts the number of plays on streaming services in the millions and her albums bother the top of those charts which count radio plays and numbers of downloads. She is not considered particularly hip ...
Continue ReadingNaomi Moon Siegel Opens Up and Evolves
by Lawrence Peryer
The music of trombonist Naomi Moon Siegel captures both urban energy and rural spaciousness. Her formative years in Seattle's experimental jazz scene included collaborations with, and mentorship from, Wayne Horvitz and Julian Julian Priester. In 2016, she moved to Missoula, Montana--a decision that transformed her musical perspective and became the foundation of her newest work. Siegel's third album, Shatter The Glass Sanctuary (Slow & Steady Records), chronicles this period of transformation. With Allison Miller guiding the recording as ...
Continue ReadingA Few More of My Favorite 2024 Jazz Things - Part 3
by Ludovico Granvassu
Enjoy the third installment of our “fall edition" of favorite tunes from the past few months.Happy listening!Playlist Ben Allison “Mondo Jazz Theme (feat. Ted Nash & Pyeng Threadgill)" 0:00 Ben Wendel “I Saw You Say" Understory: Live at the Village Vanguard (Edition) 0:16 Host talks 8:05 Ayumi Ishito “Sugar High People" Wondercult Club (577) 8:57 Host talks 13:14 Jake Long “Swamp" City Swamp (New Soil) 14:02 Søren Skov Orbit “Adrift" Adrift (Frederiksberg) 24:16 Host talks 26:11 ...
Continue ReadingHannah Gill: Spooky Jazz. Vol. 2
by Kyle Simpler
In most cases, seasonal albums get shelved after the holiday passes, but Hannah Gill's Spooky Jazz Vol. 2 is an exception. Although it might appear to be a novelty record centered on Halloween-themed songs, the music here transcends the holiday, offering a collection of tunes enjoyable throughout the year. Although the selections here are overall light-hearted and whimsical, this is by no means a comedy record. Much like Slim Gaillard's music, Hannah Gill's material entertains and ...
Continue ReadingNew Music With Richard Hallebeek, 3 Wise Monkeys, Jerry Goodman And The Haas Company
by Len Davis
Featuring the world premier of the newest from guitarist Richard Hallebeek, Sydney band 3 Wise Monkeys, The haas Company featuring Jerry Goodman and guitarist James Leibow with his latest. Japanese band Desolve, German keyboard player Simon Oslender, with drummer Steve Gadd, Between Worlds with Akil Henry, guitarist Dan Arcamone and The Haas Company featuring Andy Timmons. Playlist Richard Hallebeek Project “Endless Horizons" from Endless Horizons (Self Produced) 00:00 Three Wise Monkeys “Acheron" from Pseudomonarchis (Self Produced) 07:55 The ...
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